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Ayushmann Khurrana To Star In & As 'Action Hero' In Bhushan Kumar And Aanand L Rai's Joint Production

Mumbai, October 9 - Ayushmann Khurrana, known for doing pathbreaking and social drama films, will now be trying his hands in action, a completely new genre for the supremely talented actor. On Saturday (October 9), Ayushmann announced his next film, titled Action Hero, for which he reunited with filmmaker Anand L Rai and Bhushan Kumar. ## The movie is said to be different from the regular masala action movies and defined as a genre-breaking collab. It will be jointly produced by Anand L Rai and Bhushan Kumar under their respective production banners Color Yellow Production and T-Series. "Action Hero" will be directed by Anirudh Iyer Ganapathy, who will be making his directorial debut with this film. The movie is written by Neeraj Yadav and Anirudh Iyer.## "I hope our track record to entertain audiences worldwide with disruptive scripts continues with 'Action Hero'," said Khurrana. "Colour Yellow and T- Series are like a second home to me. I absolutely loved the script of 'Action Hero' instantly. It's zany, it's fresh, it's disruptive and it has all the trappings of cinema that I have come to be known for".## Ayushmann took to Twitter and shared the movie announcement video and wrote, "Dikkat Bas Ek Hi Hai, Mujhe Ladne Ki Acting Aati Hai, Ladna Nahin… Super excited for a genre-breaking collab ONCE AGAIN with @aanandlrai and #BhushanKumar! This one's special! #ActionHero".## Dikkat Bas Ek Hi Hai, Mujhe Ladne Ki Acting Aati Hai, Ladna Nahin… Super excited for a genre-breaking collab ONCE AGAIN with @aanandlrai and #BhushanKumar! This one’s special! #ActionHero Directed By - #AnirudhIyerWritten By - @Neerajyadav911 & #AnirudhIyer pic.twitter.com/G5zYRr7jOt— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) October 9, 2021 ## T-Series head and producer Bhushan Kumar said, "Ayushmann perfectly fits the bill of the eponymous 'Action Hero in this film. We can't wait for it to go on floors and see him live the character".## Producer Aanand L. Rai said, "While this is the first time that we are exploring this genre, it is the third time we will be collaborating with Ayushmann on a film. It's always a pleasure working with him and I'm quite excited to have the film go on floors".## While the makers haven't announced the name officially, Jaideep Ahlawat is said to be playing the lead antagonist against Ayushmann. "Action Hero" will be shot in India and the U.K. Meanwhile, Ayushmann is gearing up for the release of "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui", co-starring Vaani Kapoor. He also has "Anek" and "Doctor G" in the pipeline.## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar And Team Wrap Shoot For Pooja Entertainment's Cinderella

Mumbai, October 9 - Akshay Kumar has completed the shoot of one more film amid the covid-19 pandemic. The actor reunites with his Bell Bottom team, which was the first Indian film to complete the shoot last year during the pandemic. Akshay on Saturday (October 9) took to Twitter and announced the wrap for Pooja Entertainment's Production No. 41. The makers haven't officially revealed the title, it is reportedly titled Cinderella, which is the remake of the Tamil movie Ratsasan. Rakul Preet Singh plays the female lead opposite Akshay in the Hindi remake. "Can't believe it's a wrap on #Production41! Grateful to have shot and completed a memorable journey with the loveliest team! Thank you for all the love, smiles, and fun!", the Bell Bottom actor wrote and shared a picture with the entire cast and crew of the film. Can’t believe it’s a wrap on #Production41! Grateful to have shot and completed a memorable journey with the loveliest team! Thank you for all the love,smiles and fun!@vashubhagnani @Rakulpreet @ranjit_tiwari @jackkybhagnani @honeybhagnani @poojafilms @sargun_mehta @aseem_arora pic.twitter.com/vsbyrreGpS— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) October 9, 2021 Cinderella is directed by Ranjit M Tewari and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, and Jackky Bhagnani under the production banner Pooja Entertainment. The team was shooting in the UK where it called wrap on it. Stay tuned...

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Saif Ali Khan Wraps Up Shoot For Prabhas Fronted Adipurush

Mumbai, October 9 - Actor Saif Ali Khan has wrapped up shoot for his portions in the magnum opus "Adipurush". The Tanhaji actor plays Raavan in this multilingual film, which stars Prabhas in the lead role of Lord Ram and Kriti Sanon as Sita. Director Om Raut took to social media on Saturday morning and announced the film wrap for Saif Ali Khan. "It's a film wrap for Lankesh!!! Had so much fun shooting with you SAK!!! #SaifAliKhan #Adipurush #AboutLastNight", he wrote. It’s a film wrap for Lankesh!!! Had so much fun shooting with you SAK!!!#SaifAliKhan #Adipurush #AboutLastNight pic.twitter.com/WLE8n0Ycu7— Om Raut (@omraut) October 9, 2021 "Adipurush" is the most-awaited Indian film. It is based on the epic Ramayana and is touted to be India's biggest film to date. It is being made in 3D and is being shot in Hindi and Telugu simultaneously and dubbed in Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and several other foreign languages. This mega-budgeted project us produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, Prasad Sutar, and Rajesh Nair under the banners of T-series and Retrophiles. Stay tuned...

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Shashank Khaitan To Direct Shanaya Kapoor In Her Debut Film For Dharma Production!

Mumbai, October 8 - After directing Janhvi Kapoor in her debut film "Dhadak", an acclaimed filmmaker, Shashank Khaitan, is now gearing to helm Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor's daughter and Janhvi's cousin, Shanaya Kapoor in her debut film for Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. ## Earlier, in March this year, Karan Johar had announced his plans to launch Shanaya in Bollywood and had also reportedly roped Paras Chakravarti to direct the film. However, according to peeping moon, Karan Johar has now asked Khaitan to don director's hat for Shanaya's launch, after a mutual decision.## Karan Johar will also launch Guilty actor Gurfateh Pirzada and newbie Lakshya Lalwani alongside Shanaya in this film, which is said to be a light-hearted, urban triangle love story. Lakshya Lalwani was earlier supposed to make his debut with KJo's Dostana 2 co-starring Janhvi Kapoor.## It is said that Shanaya, Gurfateh, and Lakshya have attended several acting workshops over the last seven months and the shooting of the film finally kick off in December this year. The movie was supposed to go on floors in July but the second-19 wave put Johar's plans to take the film on floors to rest. ## Shashank Khaitan, on the other hand, has reportadly completed his yet-untitled rom-com starring Vicky Kaushal, Kiara Advani, and Bhoomi Pednekar. It was earlier planned with Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Bhumi Pednekar under the title Mr. Lele before it was indefinitely put on the backburner over script issues. ## Stay tuned...

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'SPIRIT' Title Poster Hints At Prabhas' Character In The Film?

Mumbai, October 7 - In the last few years, if there is one actor who has kept the show running is Prabhas. The Saaho star, who was only limited to the Telugu audiences before getting worldwide fame with SS Rajamouli's Bhaahubali series, has now become the most in-demand actor in India, irrespective of language and industry. ## Without any doubt, Prabhas currently has the best line-up of films that include, Radhe Shyam, Salaar, Adipurush, Project K, and the newly announced, Spirit. Every film carry a huge budget and fans will get to see their favorite hero in different avatars in each film. ## Meanwhile, on Thursday (October 7), Prabhas announced the landmark 25th film of his career with Kabir Singh, and Arjun Reddy director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and producer Bhushan Kumar. Titled "Spirit", it is one of the biggest films of Prabhas if not the biggest to date. The mega-budget film marks the actor's first collaboration with Sandeep and 4th with Bhushan Kumar of T-Series. ## "Spirit" is currently under the pre-production stage and is unlikely to go on floors until the end of next year. The details of the project have also been kept under wraps for now. Meanwhile, the makers of 'Spirit" unveiled the title poster and it has kept Prabhas' fans guessing his role in the film.## If the title poster has anything to go by, Prabhas might be playing a cop in this movie. We are saying this after analyzing the poster, which shows two stars above the title "Spirit", which is mostly used on uniforms. There are also multiple reports saying the same. If this really meant the same, then it will be the first time when Prabhas will be donning a police uniform in his celebrated film career. However, one will have to wait for the official confirmation for the same. ## It will be made on a huge scale to woo worldwide audiences. It has been touted as India's first Pan-World film which will release in Indian as well as foreign languages including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Japanese, Chinese & Korean. It will be co-produced by T-Series and Vanga's Bhadrakali Pictures. ## Stay tuned...

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Prabhas 25 Is Titled 'Spirit'; Will Release In Multiple Indian And Foreign Languages

Mumbai, October 7 - It's getting bigger and bigger for Prabhas, who has become the biggest star of Indian cinema in the last 5 years. The Baahubali actor on Thursday (October 7) announced his landmark 25th film, for which he has collaborated with Kabir Singh and Arjun Reddy director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and producer Bhushan Kumar. ## The film, which has been titled "Spirit", will mark Prabhas' first collaboration with Reddy Vanga and 4th with Bhushan Kumar's T-Series after Saaho (distributor), Radhe Shyam, and Adipurush. Spirit will be co-produced by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures and it will release worldwide in multiple regional and international languages: Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Japanese, Chinese & Korean.## Speaking about the "Spirit", Prabhas shared, "This is my 25th film and there is no better way to celebrate it. Spirit has a great feel in the story and it'll be a special film for my fans too. Working with Bhushan Kumar has always been easy and comforting and he is one of the best producers we have, with who I share a great rapport. Sandeep is a dream director for all and now with Spirit, I have got the chance to associate with such a powerhouse of talent. It's an amazing storyline and I can't wait to start working on SPIRIT as my fans are eagerly waiting to see me in this avatar for a very long time".## Producer Bhushan Kumar said, "It's always been a pleasure working with Prabhas. Spirit will be our fourth film after Saaho, Radhe Shyam, and Adipurush and it can't get bigger and better than this. This will also be our third project with Sandeep who has already delivered the blockbuster Kabir Singh and is now working on Animal. Spirit will not only be one of our biggest projects but it will also be a very special one as it's Prabhas' silver jubilee film as well".## Sandeep says, "Announcing 25th film with India's biggest superstar will be the biggest news for his fans throughout the world. Working with Prabhas garu will be a great level of excitement and I'm sure the excitement will be doubled once I start to shoot. Everything is big about this announcement because Bhushanji is the biggest producer in the country today who is also a very friendly and understanding producer, he is like a brother too. I'm very happy and comfortable associating with T-Series & my brother Pranay Reddy Vanga of Bhadrakali pictures for the third time".## SPIRIT #Prabhas25 Directed by @imvangasandeep, produced by #BhushanKumar.#Prabhas25SandeepReddyVanga#Prabhas @VangaPranay #KrishanKumar @TSeries @VangaPictures pic.twitter.com/mejaRtsMmN— T-Series (@TSeries) October 7, 2021 ## Meanwhile, Pranhas's next film "Radhe Shyam" is also jointly produced by T-Series. It is scheduled to release on January 14, 2022. The actor also has magnum opus "Adipurush" with the producer. It is currently under production and will be hitting theaters worldwide on 11 August 2022. Apart from Radhe Shyam and Adipurush, Prabhas is also shooting for Prashanth Neel's "Salaar" which is Telugu - Kannada bilingual film, and then, he has Nag Ashwin's untitled sci-fi film. ## Meanwhile, the details about "Spirit" have been kept under wraps as of now, and it is not going to begin until the end of next year. It will Vanga's third assignment with Bhushan Kumar after Kabir Singh and yet to begin Ranbir Kapoor's "Animal'.## Stay tuned...

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Kajol Team Up With Actress-Director Revathy For A Real-Life Inspired Film 'The Last Hurrah'

Mumbai, October 7 - Supremely talented actress turned director, Revathy is returning to direction after more than a decade. Revathy's directorial return will feature one of the finest in her work, Kajol in the leading role. The two have collaborated for the first time to create an inspiring story with their upcoming film, "The Last Hurrah", which is inspired by the true event. ## "The Last Hurrah", is an inspiring tale of an exemplary mother, Sujata, who battled the most challenging situations one can ever face with a smile. It will be produced by Suuraj Sinngh and Shraddha Agrawal under the banners of Blive Productions and Take 23 Studios Production. The film is currently under the pre-production stage and will go on floors soon. ## Speaking about the film and choosing Kajol for the role of Sujata, Revathy said in a statement, "Sujata's journey in The Last Hurrah is extremely close to my heart. It's not only relatable but also inspiring. When Suuraj, Shraddha, and I were discussing this film, Kajol was the first person who came to our mind. Her soft yet energetic eyes and her beautiful smile will make you believe that anything is possible and that is exactly how Sujata is. I am very excited for this collaboration and to be working with Kajol for this heartening story".## Kajol too is elated to be on board for this incredibly inspiring film under the direction of Revathy. "When I heard the story of The Last Hurrah, I could instantly connect with Sujata and I thought her journey was incredibly inspiring. I think it's a beautiful journey and it deserves to be shared with everyone. And to have Revathy direct me for this story gives me more strength to play Sujata and showcase her strengths", Kajol said. ## pic.twitter.com/s1shrnknlK— Kajol (@itsKajolD) October 7, 2021 ## Stay tuned...

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Abundantia Entertainment Acquires Hindi Remake Rights Of Critically Acclaimed Malayalam Film 'Home'

Mumbai, October 7 - Amazon Prime Video's recently released Malayalam movie, "Home" is all set to be remade in Hindi. Vikram Malhotra's Abundantia Entertainment (Sherni, Shakuntala Devi, Airlift) has bought the remake rights of this critically acclaimed film and will produce it along with the original's actor-producer Vijay Babu's production company Friday Film House. ## "Home" has been hailed as one of the finest films of the year coming out from the Malayalam cinema. The film shows how a father struggles to connect with his sons who spent most of their time on mobile phones than with their loved ones. The film left a lasting impact on the audiences and strike a chord with a strong message. ## Written and directed by Rojin Thomas, "Home" stars Indrans, whose portrayal as Oliver Twist won the hearts of the audiences along with Manju pillai, Naslen K Gafoor, Sreenath Bhasi, Deepa Thomas, among others in key roles. Due to the closure of cinemas in Kerala, the movie was released directly on Amazon Prime Video on August 19. ## The cast and crew for the Hindi remake of "Home" are yet to be locked. It is expected to go on floors next year ahead of its late 2022 release. Meanwhile, Malhotra's Abundantia Entertainment is currently producing feature films "Jalsa" and magnum opus "Ram Setu". The studio also has the feature film "Chhorii" ready for release on Prime Video.## Stay tuned...

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Sony Pictures Films India Announces A Supernatural Thriller Film 'Adbhut' Starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Diana Penty, & Shreya Dhanwanthary

Mumbai, October 6 - Sony Pictures Films India has announced a supernatural thriller film, which will be directed by Sabbir Khan (Heropanti, Baaghi, Nikamma). The film, which features Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Diana Penty, and Shreya Dhanwanthary in the leading roles along with Rohan Mehra, has been titled "Adbhut". ## The film marks Sabbir Khan's second collaboration with Nawazuddin Siddiqui after the 2017 action-dance film Munna Michael and with Sony India after his yet-to-be-released feature "Nikamma", starring Shilpa Shetty, Abhimanyu Dasani, and Shirley Setia in the lead roles. ## Scheduled to be released in 2022, "Adbhut" is backed and produced by Sony Pictures Films India in association with Sabbir Khan Films. The shooting of the film has begun in a studio in Mumbai. ## "After Nikamma, this is the second film that will be produced by Sony Pictures Films India and Sabbir Khan Films. We always seem to be on the same page when it comes to cinematic experiences and creative direction and we are equally excited about this story that brings together a powerhouse ensemble like Nawazuddin, Diana, Shreya, and Rohan. We hope the film will engage the audiences in a big way", Sabbir Khan said in a statement.## Vivek Krishnani, Managing Director, Sony Pictures Films India said the film has one of the most captivating story arcs he has read in a while. "Add to the mystery, powerhouse talent like Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Diana Penty, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Rohan Mehra, and Sabbir's directorial acumen and you have a winner in hand", Krishnani added.## Sony Films India's official Twitter handle made the announcement and also released a short teaser to thrill the audiences. ## The #Adbhut journey begins!Gear up for one of the most shocking films of 2022 with Sabbir Khan's #Adbhut, a supernatural thriller, starring @Nawazuddin_S, @DianaPenty, @shreya_dhan13 & @rohanvmehra. This movie is sure to give you chills! #FilmingBegins #AdbhutTheFilm pic.twitter.com/rYqibBE7V2— Sony Pictures Films India (@sonypicsfilmsin) October 6, 2021 ## Stay tuned...

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Aryan Khan, Along With Two Others Sent To NCB Custody Till October 7 In Connection With Drugs Raid

Mumbai, October 5 - Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan's son, Aryan Khan along with Arbaaz Merchantt and Munmun Dhamecha have been sent to the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) custody till 7 October in connection with the alleged seizure of drugs onboard a Mumbai luxury cruise on Saturday. ## Aryan Khan and other accused were produced before a Mumbai court on Monday where the court extended the remand custody of the three till 7 October, stating that the investigation is of "prime importance" in this case. Advocate Satish Maneshinde represents Aryan Khan while Additional Solicitor General Anil Singh represents the NCB. It is NCB sought custody till 11 October.## During the hearing in the court, NCB alleged that there were 'links' found in Aryan Khan's WhatsApp chats that point to an existence of an 'international racket', according to the quint from the report by Live Law. ASG Anil Singh told that there are 8 accused related to the ship and also told the Court that the NCB had procured a commercial quantity of drugs when the ninth accused, a supplier from Mumbai's Juhu, was arrested.## Mr. Singh also alleged that Aryan was discussing the modes of payment and code names were used. He further told the Court that all offenses under the NDPS Act are non-bailable citing previous Bombay High Court judgments, including Rhea Chakraborty's bail order. He sought remand custody till October 11 to track the financing and to unearth the nexus. ## Meanwhile, Aryan Khan claimed that he did not pay anything for the party and went there with his friend on the invitation from the organizers, as per a statement read by Khan's Lawyer Satish Maneshinde. He also claimed that nothing was found on him after his bag was searched by the NCB. ## Maneshinde recalled a judgment to show that commercial quantity found in one accused can't be used to incriminate another. A Supreme Court ruling was also referred to argue that WhatsApp chats cannot be used to incriminate an accused. He also argued against Aryan's remand by stating, "Mere chatting on the phone without corroboration doesn't make an offense".## Stay tuned...

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Sooraj Barjatya Begins His Next Directorial, Star-Studded 'Uunchai'

Mumbai, October 4 - Sooraj Barjatya has begun production for his 7th directorial film titled "Uunchai" in Kathmandu, Nepal on October 4. The film is said to be a drama that features an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Neena Gupta, and Parineeti Chopra in key roles along with Danny Denzongpa and Sarika. ## Anupam Kher, on October 4, took to Twitter and announced that his 520th film "Uunchai" has begun filming and also posted a picture of camera-shy Sooraj Barjatya with clapper board. "Friends! The journey of my 520th film #Uunchai begins. Working with cinema genius #Soorajbarjatya & @rajshrifilms is a blessing! I really had to coax camera shy #Sooraj for this pic. Please bless us & #Uunchai!", he wrote. ## Friends! The journey of my 520th film #Uunchai begins. Working with cinema genius #Soorajbarjatya & @rajshrifilms is a blessing! I really had to coax camera shy #Sooraj for this pic. Please bless us & #Uunchai! 🙏😍@SrBachchan @bomanirani @ParineetiChopra @Neenagupta001 #Saarika pic.twitter.com/wXygqTxToM— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) October 4, 2021 ## "Uunchai" is said to be a beautiful slice of life tale of four friends, who are aged 60 plus. Amitabh Bachchan, Boman Irani, Anupam Kher, and Danny Denzongpa will be playing the character of four friends. The premise of the film has the right blend of feel-good elements with strong rooted emotions. ## The movie will reportedly be shot over a 40-days of schedule in Nepal followed by short schedules in Mumbai and Delhi before calling it a wrap. It will be shot over a period of five months as makers are targetting to wrap it up by March 2022. It is being produced by Rajshri Production banner of Barjatya. ## Stay tuned...

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Kartik Aaryan And Kriti Sanon To Commence Filming Of Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo Remake 'Shehzada' From October 12!

Mumbai, October 4 - After becoming one of the biggest box office blockbusters, Allu Arjun and Pooja Hegde starrer Telugu movie "Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo" is all set for its Hindi makeover. The Hindi remake of the film, which is said to be directed by Rohit Dhawan, has been in development since the release of the Telugu movie with Kartik Aaryan stepping into the shoes with Allu Arjun. ## Recently, it was revealed that Kriti Sanon has been roped to romance Kartik in the film, which has reportedly been titled "Shehzada". The duo had earlier worked together in the superhit movie "Luka Chuppi". And now, the latest development on this much-awaited Hindi remake is that it is all set to go on floors from October 12 in Mumbai.## The makers have reportedly put up a big set in the studio and are gearing up for the shoot to commence. The movie, which will be produced by Allu Arvind, Aman Gill, and S Radhe Krishna, also stars Paresh Rawal and Manisha Koirala in key roles. Pritam, who worked with Rohit Dhawan on Desi Boyz and Dishoom, is said to be on board to score the music of the film. ## "Shehzada" is expected to be announced officially once the shoot begins. Meanwhile, Kartik Aaryan recently wrapped up shooting for Freddy and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, which are gearing up to release next year. The actor also has Sajid Nadiadwala's yet-untitled love story under his kitty, which is directed by Sameer Vidhwans. ## On the other hand, Kriti Sanon has several projects in the pipeline, one of them is, action thriller, "Ganapath", which stars Tiger Shroff in the title role. The movie will go on floors soon and will release on December 23, 2022. ## Stay tuned...

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NCB Arrest Shah Rukh Khan's Son Aryan In Connection With Drugs Raid

Mumbai, October 3 - Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan has been arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Sunday (October 3) in connection with a drugs raid. Aryan was one of the 10 people present during a rave party on a cruise ship off the coast of Mumbai on Saturday (October 2), where NCB conducted a surprise raid. ## Aryan was detained by NCB and was taken in for questioning. However, earlier it was reported that his involvement was unlikely in possession of drugs as the investigation was on him. And now, the latest report is that he has been arrested by NCB after hours of questioning. He has now been taken for the medical examination. ## SRK's son #AryanKhan arrested by NCB.— Shivangi Thakur (@thakur_shivangi) October 3, 2021 ## Apart from Aryan Khan, seven other people, Munmun Dhamecha, Nupur Sarika, Ismeet Singh, Mohak Jaswal, Vikrant Chhoker, Gomit Chopra, and Arbaaz Merchant were also taken for the questioning and have reportedly been arrested with the actor's son.## Yesterday night (October 2), news agency ANI confirmed the news of the drugs raid on a rave party on Twitter with a post that read, "Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) detained at least 10 persons during a raid conducted at a party being held on a cruise in Mumbai. Details awaited, says the agency".## Stay tuned...

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Ranbir Kapoor As Ram & Hrithik Roshan As Raavan In Madhu Mantena's Epic 'Ramayana'?

Mumbai, October 3 - It looks like producer Madhu Mantena has found his Ram and Raavan for his epic and the ambitious feature film "Ramayana". The project, which is said to be India's biggest to date, has been in development for a long time now as the makers are working to finalize the leading cast for this film. ## On Saturday (October 2), Ranbir Kapoor and Hrithik Roshan were spotted together and reports claim that the duo had met producer Namit Malhotra in his office and had a meeting regarding the epic, Ramayana with Madhu Mantena and director Nitesh Tiwari. The duo reportedly discussed some basic stuff and the plans to take the film on floors in the second half of 2022 with the makers.## According to Pinkvilla, Ranbir Kapoor and Hrithik Roshan will play Ram and Raavan respectively while the search for Sita is still on. The mega-budgeted film will be produced by Madhu Mantena, Allu Arvind, and Namit Malhotra, with Nitesh Tiwari and Ravi Udyawar on board as the two directors.## In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, producer Madhu Mantena had said that announcement of the star cast will be made around Diwali. However, there could be a delay in the same as makers are yet to lock an actress to play Sita. Once an actress finalize to play Sita, the makers will make an announcement with a creative featuring the three principal characters – Ram, Sita, and Ravana.## Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor is gearing up to complete director Luv Ranjan's next, followed by the final 10-day shoot of Brahmastra. On the other hand, Hrithik will be off to Abu Dhabi to begin the shoot of the Vikram Vedha remake. He also has Siddharth Anand's "Fighter", for which, the shoot will commence early next year. ## Stay tuned...

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Shah Rukh Khan's Son Aryan Questioned By NCB After Drugs Raid (Report)

Mumbai, October 3 - The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) is once again in action mode after conducting a surprise raid on a party being held on a cruise ship off the coast of Mumbai on Saturday (October 2). During a raid, NCB detained at least 10 persons, including the son of a Bollywood superstar. ## While NCB hasn't named anyone officially yet, according to ETimes, superstar Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan was one of the people who were present at the rave party. The report further claims that Aryan was taken in for questioning, but there was probably no involvement in the possession of drugs. An investigation is on him, according to an NCB official.## Apart from Aryan Khan, it has also been speculated that another Bollywood actor's son has been detained in the same case, however, there is no confirmation regarding him yet. NCB also questioned three Delhi resident women in the drugs probe and they all were brought to the NCB office in Mumbai on Sunday morning. ## Yesterday night (October 2), news agency ANI confirmed the news of the drugs raid on a rave party on Twitter with a post that read, "Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) detained at least 10 persons during a raid conducted at a party being held on a cruise in Mumbai. Details awaited, says the agency". ## #WATCH | Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) detained at least 10 persons during a raid conducted at a party being held on a cruise in Mumbai yesterday (Visuals from outside NCB office) pic.twitter.com/yxe2zWfFmI— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2021 ## Stay tuned...

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Mahesh Manjrekar Announces A Film 'Godse' On Mahatma Gandhi's Birth Anniversary

Mumbai, October 2 - Filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar, after announcing a film on Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, has now announced a film on Nathuram Godse, who assassinated Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. The movie, titled "Godse" was announced on Mahatma Gandhi's 152nd birth anniversary on October 2. It will be produced by Sandeep Singh and Raaj Shaandilyaa. ## Announcing the film, Mahesh Manjrekar wrote on Twitter, "The Deadliest Birthday wish ever! Get ready to witness a story no one dared to tell before! Sandeep Singh, Raaj Shaandilyaa, and Mahesh Manjrekar announce a film "Godse" on Mahatma Gandhi's 152nd birth anniversary. The story of Nathuram Godse has always been close to my heart".## The filmmaker further said that while telling the story of Godse, the makers do not want to speak against anyone and only audiences have the right to choose what is wrong or right. "It takes a lot of courage to back a film of this nature. I always believe in hard-hitting subjects and uncompromised storytelling and this one fits the bill. People do not know much about Godse other than he’s the man who fired at Gandhi", Manjrekar added. ## The Deadliest Birthday wish ever! Get ready to witness a story no one dared to tell before!Sandeep Singh, Raaj Shaandilyaa and Mahesh Manjrekar announce a film “Godse” on Mahatma Gandhi’s 152nd birth anniversary “The story of Nathuram Godse has always been close to my heart. pic.twitter.com/S6s1Er2e30— Mahesh Manjrekar (@manjrekarmahesh) October 2, 2021 ## Nathuram Godse was a Hindu nationalist from Pune, Maharashtra, and a member of the political party, the Hindu Mahasabha. He assassinated Mahatma Gandhi and shot him in the chest three times at point-blank range in New Delhi on 30 January 1948. Godse believed Gandhi to have favored the political demands of British India's Muslims during the partition of India of 1947, which led him to plan Gandhi's murder with 7 others. After a trial that lasted over a year, Godse was sentenced to death on 8 November 1949 and was hanged in the Ambala Central Jail on 15 November 1949.## Stay tuned...

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How Much Box Office Collection Is Possible for Sooryavanshi and Eternals (India)

Mumbai, 29th September 2021: As Covid-19 cases in India going down and at last, all theaters will open before Diwali 2021, Bollywood and Hollywood movies are gearing up for Diwali release. ## Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi and Marvel Studio's Eternals will have a clash as they both will release on 5th November 2021. There will be a 50% occupancy cap in Maharastra and some other states but the festival Diwali can give a boost to both films. ## Larger-than-life movies and Action movies cover multiplex and single screens and both movies are like that though Sooryavanshi will have more dominance on single screens. On the other hand, Multiplexes can be dominated by both movies. ## When movies releases, the first-day collection depends on star power, trailer reviews, and promotion. For both movies, these 3 factors are already good, so it is possible that they will do good business on its first day. But after that, a lot depends on movie reviews if one of the movies received bad reviews then another one will have a benefit. ## So How much Sooryvanshi and Eternals may earn? ## Considering all the factors like star cast, director, genre, release date, and after covid-19 life, Sooryvanshi may earn 20-25 Cr India net on its first day. And after that, it will depend on what kind of reviews it will get. If there are positive reviews then a possible 60-70 Cr (India net) weekend is on the card, otherwise 50-55 Cr weekend. The lifetime possible collection with positive reviews is 170-180 Cr (India net) and with negative reviews, the possible lifetime is 100 Cr (India net). ## As Marvel movies have a good fan following in India, Eternals will have a good opening and may earn 7-8 Cr (India net) on its first day considering clash with Sooryavanshi on the Northside and with Rajinikanth's Annaatthe on the Southside. The lifetime projected collection in India for this movie is 50-60 Cr (India net). ## Sooryavanshi stars Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif in lead roles. Ajay Devgn, Ranvir Singh will have extended cameos. This film is directed by Rohit Shetty and produced by Dharma Productions, Reliance Entertainment, Rohit Shetty Productions, Cape Of Good Films. ## Eternals is an upcoming American superhero film which is produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it is intended to be the 26th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film is directed by Oscar winner, Chloé Zhao, who wrote the screenplay with Patrick Burleigh, Ryan Firpo, and Kaz Firpo. ## Eternals stars an ensemble cast including Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, Lia McHugh, Brian Tyree Henry, Lauren Ridloff, Barry Keoghan, Don Lee, Harish Patel, Kit Harington, Salma Hayek, and Angelina Jolie. In the film, the Eternals, an immortal alien race, emerge from hiding after thousands of years to protect Earth from their evil counterparts, the Deviants. ## For more and the latest news about Box Office, stay tuned to us.

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Emraan Hashmi To Feature Alongside Akshay Kumar For The First Time In Raj Mehta's Next?

Mumbai, September 28 - Akshay Kumar is reuniting with the talented director Raj Mehta after their 2019 blockbuster "Good Newwz". The yet-untitled project will reportedly also feature Emraan Hashmi. The movie, which is said to be a comedy thriller, will see Akshay and Emraan coming together for the first time. ## Produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, it is learned that the film is the remake of the 2019 Malayalam film, Driving License that starred Prithviraj Sukumaran and Suraj Venjaramoodu in the lead roles. Akshay will step into the shoes of Prithviraj while Emraan Hashmi will reprise the role Suraj's role. ## Described as a captivating drama on pride and pettiness, fandom and fury, the film is based on a simple incident that becomes a major ego clash between a superstar (to be played by Akshay) and his die-hard fan, a motor vehicle inspector (to be played by Hashmi) after a series of misunderstandings. ## The pre-production work has already begun and the makers are exploring several locations to shoot the film, with the UK being right on top of the list. The film is expected to go on floors in early next year after Akshay is done shooting for Cinderella, Oh My God 2, and Ram Setu.## Meanwhile, Emraan Hashmi is currently shooting for "Tiger 3" which will see Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif reprising their roles of RAW and ISI agents respectively. He also has the supernatural horror film "Dybbuk", which is a remake of the 2017 Malayalam film Ezra. It will directly premiere on Amazon Prime Video. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan, Dhanush Starrer 'Atrangi Re' Goes For Direct-To-OTT Release On Netflix?

Mumbai, September 28 - In the last couple of days, a number of Bollywood films have got the release date as the government of Maharashtra has permitted theaters to reopen from October 22. However, among the slate of films, Akshay Kumar's "Atrangi Re" has yet to get a release date. ## While many are wondering why the makers haven't announced the theatrical release date of "Atrangi Re", which is ready for a long time now, it has now been revealed that the makers of the film might be opting for a direct-to-digital release via Netflix. It is produced by T-Series, Colour Yellow Productions, and Cape of Good Films.## Akshay Kumar too had hinted about the direct OTT release of "Atrangi Re" in a chat with Hindustan Times. "To be honest, I haven't yet included Atrangi Re in the list because we are still mulling over whether it should be a theatrical film or an OTT release. And OTT may simply be the medium of choice for Atrangi Re, as it looks right now", said Akshay. ## Directed by Anand L Rai, the film also stars Dhanush and Sara Ali Khan in the lead roles. Akshay said that "Atrangi Re" is a never-heard-before subject and storyline so it's important for them to choose the best-suited platform to get a release. ## While the official announcement is yet to be made, the movie has reportedly been confirmed to release on Netflix. It is also because there is hardly any release window left in the next 7-8 months. Interestingly, it will be Akshay's second direct OTT release after "Laxmmi", which premiered on Disney Plus Hotstar. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Akshay Kumar To Reunite With Good Newwz Director Raj Mehta And Karan Johar?

Mumbai, September 28 - Akshay Kumar is in no mood to slow down. The actor has been on a roll for the last many years and he will be in action in the coming years on a regular basis. Akshay has at least 5 films that will be releasing in the next 12 months, plus, there are three to four films in the pipeline, two of them could possibly release next year. ## Meanwhile, the Khiladi of Bollywood has reportedly added one more film to his ever-growing list. The Padman actor delivered a blockbuster in "Good Newwz" (2019), which was directed by Raj Mehta. Now, according to reports, the actor-director duo is all set to reunite for their next film, which will be produced by Karan Johar, who co-produced "Good Newwz". ## According to a source (via Pinkvilla), Akshay and Raj Mehta had discussed the idea of joining hands once again after the 2019 comedy-drama film. Having gone through various subjects, the duo has finally locked the subject which is completely different from Good News. ## The pre-production work has already begun and the makers are exploring several locations to shoot the film, with the UK being right on top of the list. The film is expected to go on floors in early next year after Akshay is done shooting for Cinderella, Oh My God 2, and Ram Setu. ## Apart from the feature films, Akshay also has Amazon Prime Video's web series "The End". The series, which marks Akshay's digital debut, is expected to roll out in March 2022. On the other hand, Raj Mehta is busy in social dramedy, Jug Jugg Jeeyo with Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, and Neetu Kapoor in lead. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Legendary Boxer Mike Tyson To Feature In Vijay Deverakonda's 'Liger'

Mumbai, September 27 - Vijay Deverakonda is going to share the screen with legendary boxer Mike Tyson in the upcoming multilingual Pan-India film, Liger. A couple of months ago, it was reported that the makers of Liger had approached the American veteran boxer to play a significant cameo. ## On Monday (September 27), makers confirmed Tyson's inclusion in this boxing action drama film. It is said that he will be seen in the climax and will play Deverakonda's mentor in this Puri Jagannath directorial. It is surely a big moment in Indian cinema when Tyson will be entertaining Indian audiences for the first time. ## Producer Karan Johar took to Twitter and made this Big announcement. "For the first time ever, the king of the ring will be seen on the big screens of Indian cinema! Welcoming @MikeTyson to the #LIGER team!🥊 #NamasteTyson", he wrote. ## For the first time ever, the king of the ring will be seen on the big screens of Indian cinema! Welcoming @MikeTyson to the #LIGER team!🥊 #NamasteTyson@TheDeverakonda @ananyapandayy #PuriJagannadh @charmmeofficial @apoorvamehta18 @RonitBoseRoy @meramyakrishnan @iamVishuReddy pic.twitter.com/pl5AnUSB35— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) September 27, 2021 ## Jointly produced by Dharma Productions, and Puri Connects, the film is being shot simultaneously in Telugu and Hindi. Vijay Devarakonda is playing a boxer in the film and he also underwent training in mixed martial arts. Ananya Panday is the leading lady opposite Deverakonda in this film apart from Ramya Krishnan and Ronit Roy in prominent roles.## LIGER will also feature numerous foreign fighters. Currently, the film's shooting is happening in Goa where some high-octane action sequences are being canned. "BLOOD SWEAT VIOLENCE", the makers define the ongoing schedule. It will release in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages next year in theaters. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Shah Rukh Khan's 'Pathan' And Salman Khan Starrer 'Tiger 3' To Release In The Second Half Of 2022!

Mumbai, September 27 - Bollywood set the internet on fire when the filmmakers announced the release dates of as many as 16 long-awaited films yesterday (September 26). Yash Raj Films lead the chart with four release date announcements of its films that include "Bunty Aur Babli 2" (Nov 19, 2021), "Prithviraj" (Jan 21), "Jayeshbhai Jordaar" (Feb 25), "Shamshera" (March 18). ## However, among the number of release date announcements, fans were hoping that Yash Raj Films would also finalize the release dates of two highly-awaited films "Tiger 3" and "Pathan". There is no doubt that Salman Khan starrer "Tiger 3" and Shah Rukh Khan's comeback film "Pathan" will shatter box office records whenever they will be released. ## Salman and SRK fans may have left with disappointment, but the good news is not too far away from now on. However, one should not expect both the biggies to arrive before the second half of 2022. Since the first half of 2022 is almost booked, the latest status on both the movies is that both will debut in theaters in 2nd half of 2022, most probably in between September - December. ## "Pathan" (yet to be announced officially), marks SRK's comeback in films almost after 3 years. The movie is currently on floors is nearing its finish line. It is being directed by Siddharth Anand and also stars Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in prominent roles. Salman Khan is also reportedly playing a cameo as Tiger. ## On the other hand, "Tiger 3" will see Salman Khan returning as RAW agent Tiger while Katrina Kaif reprises ISI agent in the film. Emraan Hashmi plays the antagonist and will lock horns with Salman. The movie is currently on floors under the direction of Maneesh Sharma. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Bollywood Biggies Set Up BIG Clash With Hollywood Superheroes At The Box Office

Mumbai, September 27 - It was inevitable, and if all goes well, the historical year 2022 is awaits for not only the Bollywood film industry but also the Indian cinema. For one and a half years, the biggest film industry in the country, Bollywood was in desperate need of someone to show them the light of a long dark tunnel. And it seems happening, finally, thanks to the rapid nationwide vaccination against the deadly covid-19, and the long-awaited announcement of theater reopening in Maharashtra, the key market for Hindi cinema. ## Need not to say that the Bollywood industry was trending throughout the day yesterday (September 26) for the big release announcements, a day after the government of Maharashtra permitted theaters to operate from October 22. While there will a lot of action for movie buffs throughout the next year, the busy schedule also invites big box office clashes for Bollywood filmmakers, which is perhaps the last thing they want.## Over the next 7-8 months, Bollywood will release at least 20 movies along with dubbed big movies in theaters. This also means that there will be a little window between the two movies during this period, which may affect the lifetime business of these movies. And above all, there are a few big-budget films, which will be clashing with upcoming Marvel and DC superhero movies at the box office. Marvel is the most popular overseas franchise and has a loyal and big fanbase in India. ## Check out some of the major box office clashes between Bollywood and Hollywood in the coming months - ## Sooryavanshi vs Eternals - 5 November 2021 (Diwali)## Diwali 2021 is perfectly poised to witness the biggest Box office clash of the year. Rohit Shetty-directed cop thriller "Sooryavanshi" starring Akshay Kumar in the titular role, is easily the most-awaited Hindi film. However, it won't be that easy for it at the box office as it will be up against Marvel's "Eternals", which is also arriving this Diwali. "Eternals" will introduce new superheroes in MCU and fans are eager to watch them on the big screens. ## Bachchan Pandey vs Batman - 4 March 2022## Akshay Kumar will once again face superhero in this box office battle. The superstar's action-comedy "Bachchan Pandey", also starring Kriti Sanon among others, will head on DC's "Batman", which is the reboot of this iconic superhero franchise and features Robert Pattinson as the Batman for the first time. ## Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 vs Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness - 25 March 2022## Another Phase 4 Marvel pic will be having a direct clash with a Bollywood biggie. The superhero film, "Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness" starring Benedict Cumberbatch, which is touted to be one of the finest films in MCU, will take on Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani starrer "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2" on March 25. ## Stay tuned...

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BY Sunit Jangir 📰 News

Akshay Kumar Gears For A Blockbuster Year of 2022 With Back-To-Back Movie Releases

Mumbai, September 26 - It has been a crazy day for the movie buffs, thanks to a slate of big release date announcements from the Bollywood film industry. After waiting for more than one and a half years, the rapid countrywide vaccination and theater reopening announcement in Maharashtra lures Bollywood filmmakers to announce the release dates of their pending movies. ## On Sunday (September 26), there were as many as 16 release dates announcements of Hindi movies, and six of them are to release this year and the rest are set to hit big screens in 2022. Apart from today's five release date announcements, Akshay Kumar starrer "Sooryavanshi" will also be hitting theaters on Diwali this year, which was confirmed by director Rohit Shetty yesterday. ## Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar will once again be in action throughout the year 2022. He is arguably the busiest actor in India and going with that reputation, he might have at least six movies releasing next year, including four confirmed releases. ## The first film of Padman actor to release next year is Yash Raj Films' historical action-drama "Prithviraj". The Chandraprakash Dwivedi directed will be hitting theaters worldwide on January 21. It also stars Manushi Chhillar in her Bollywood debut along with Sanjay Dutt, Sonu Sood, Ashutosh Rana, Sakshi Tanwar, Manav Vij, and Lalit Tiwari in other important characters. ## Sajid Nadiadwala's "Bachchan Pandey", which was originally announced for January 26, 2022, has been pushed to March 4 in theaters worldwide. It stars Akshay Kumar in the lead along with Kriti Sanon, and Jacqueline Fernandez as the female leads, and Arshad Warsi in a key role. ## Raksha Bandhan, Akshay Kumar's second collaboration with Anand L Rai, will debut in theaters on August 11 during Independence Day week. Bhumi Pednekar plays the female lead opposite Akshay in this film. Then, Akshay's magnum opus "Ram Setu" will light up Diwali 2022. Apart from the confirmed movies, Akshay may also have Oh! My God 2, Cinderella, and Atrangi Re next year.## It is to be noted that Bollywood filmmakers had made a similar announcement earlier this year after theaters were reopened. However, the slow vaccination at that time and the second covid-19 wave failed their big plans. This time, however, things are a lot changed and they will be hoping that by the time 2022 starts rolling for them, a large number of the population get vaccinated and theaters are allowed with 100% occupancy. ## Stay tuned...

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